Trustees’ Annual Report Restore Habitat UK Charity Number: 1209108 Reporting Period: 2024 - 2025 ## 1. Structure, Governance and Management Restore Habitat UK is a registered charity governed by its constitution. The charity is managed by its trustees, who are responsible for the strategic direction and financial oversight of the organisation. Trustees are appointed in accordance with the charity’s governing document. New trustees receive guidance on their responsibilities, the safeguarding of funds, and legal duties. The trustees meet as required to oversee the charity’s activities and ensure compliance with Charity Commission regulations. 2. Objectives and Activities Charitable Objectives The charity’s objective is: The object of the CIO is for the public benefit, the preservation, conservation, and improvement of the wildlife and natural environment in the UK, particularly but not: - A. Promoting the restoration of natural habitat for wildlife via direct action and public education. - B. Providing education and encouraging engagement of the general public in the practice of conservation, threatened specie,s and environmentally friendly living. - C. Promoting and undertaking research in the various areas of benefit to conservation and preservation of the native wildlife. Activities Undertaken During the reporting period, the charity focused on: - Supporting habitat restoration initiatives - Promoting awareness of wildlife conservation - Planning future environmental projects - Developing partnerships and funding opportunities The trustees confirm that they have had due regard to the Charity Commission’s public benefit guidance and believe the charity’s activities provide clear public benefit. 3. Achievements and Performance Although this was an early operational year for the charity, the trustees successfully: - Secured funding to support future conservation work - Established governance and financial controls - Built a foundation for long-term environmental projects Plans for the coming year include expanding conservation activities and community engagement. 4. Financial Review The charity’s financial position for the period was: Total income: £3,510 Total expenditure: £1,835 Surplus for the period: £1,675 Income consisted primarily of donations and a government contract. The trustees are satisfied that the charity remains financially stable and able to meet its obligations. Reserves Policy The charity aims to maintain modest reserves to support operational stability and future project delivery. Given the charity’s size and early stage, reserves are currently being built. Financial Controls The charity operates internal financial controls including: - Trustee oversight of spending - Accurate record keeping - Regular financial review 5. Risk Management The trustees regularly review risks to the charity, including financial and operational risks. Appropriate controls are in place to minimise risk and protect charity funds. 6. Trustee Responsibilities Statement The trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees’ Annual Report and financial statements in accordance with applicable law. The trustees confirm that: - Proper accounting records are maintained - Charity assets are safeguarded - The accounts give a true and fair view of the charity’s financial position Signed on behalf of the trustees: Name: Thomas Holland Role: Trustee Date: 31/01/2026 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (SOFA) Restore Habitat UK Charity Number: 1209108 For the period 12 July 2024 to 31 March 2025 INCOME Donations and legacies: £2,510 Other income (government contract): £1,000 Total income: £3,510 EXPENDITURE Charitable activities: £1,835 Total expenditure: £1,835 Net income for the period: £1,675 BALANCE SHEET As at 31 March 2025 Current assets Cash at bank and in hand: £1,675 Liabilities Creditors: £0 Net assets: £1,675 Represented by: Unrestricted funds: £1,675 NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS ## 1. Basis of preparation The accounts have been prepared on a receipts and payments basis in accordance with the Charities Act 2011. ## 2. Trustees remuneration No trustees received remuneration or benefits during the period. ## 3. Employees The charity had no employees during the period. ## 4. Related party transactions There were no related party transactions during the period. ## 5. Independent examination The charity is not required to have an independent examination for this period. Approved by the trustees and signed on their behalf: Name: Thomas Holland Role: Trustee Date: 31/01/2026